1988 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Fiero | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Pontiac | MG |
| Model | Fiero | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
